Donner Chorus Pedal, Tutti Love Analog Chorus Guitar Pedal for Electric Guitar and Bass True Bypass

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The Danelectro D5 FAB Chorus is about as cheap as they get. It’s a good way to experiment with chorus without spending too much. Don’t expect amazing tones, but it does a good job at giving you a basic chorus sound. Having three knobs for Mix, Speed, Depth actually gives you more control than some of the other pedals in this guide.

For a very long time, renowned brands such as Dunlop, Electro Harmonix, and Boss have ruled the market with high-quality pedals that undoubtedly sound amazing. However, there are still guitar players who cannot afford these. To answer the demand for cheaper pedals with great sound, brands like Donner have produced a line of mini pedals that sound great while staying at a very affordable price point.Use the three points above as a starting point and learn how to get the most out of your chorus pedal. High-Quality Sound# : Thanks to the digital circuitry, Mod Square Ⅱ delivers a high-quality sound that's free from unwanted noise and interference. You can achieve a rich and natural sound with ease. Cranked chorus: if you’re looking for some inspiration for songwriting or jamming, try cranking the chorus (experiment with cranking depth or rate). A cranked chorus pedal often sounds great with single note riffs, or for atmospheric tones.

If we ignore the mode switch, which allows you to select a TonePrint preset or two other modes, you have four knobs to control the effect. That’s more control than any of the above pedals. First of all, most inexpensive pedals cut corners on the build quality – not Donner. The Donner Tutti Love Chorus guitar effect is enclosed in a durable metal chassis that will last you countless years and performances before giving in.

Here’s another video from BOSS showcasing some of the different tones available with the CH-1. As you can hear, it’s still a fairly subtle effect compared to other chorus pedals. It’s not as subtle as the CE-5, but even with the effect level knob cranked, the chorus doesn’t get overwhelming.

However, it is worth mentioning that this pedal is not 100% transparent, which tends to add color to your tone when the effect is engaged. While this does not matter for a lot of people, guitar players who are going after a specific tone might see this as a slight inconvenience as it would require another EQ pedal or tweaks to their amplifier settings.

As you can see, you have a lot of control over the chorus. While the controls may be confusing at first, in the time I spent with the pedal I found it quite easy to dial in some nice tones. If you want a simple chorus pedal and don’t mind the larger pedal size (compared to the Tutti), the Small Clone has stood the test of time. Many pedals in this price range will resort to plastic material enclosures to save costs and deliver the product at such an affordable price, but Donner was able to provide customers with a high-quality metal encasing so that this pedal is not one of those “disposable” effects pedals that break as easily as you would expect from something as cheap as they come.

The Donner Tutti Love chorus pedal also has pure analog circuitry, meaning it retains that vintage and classic effect goodness that purists and tone fans love. Many guitar players, including myself, prefer pure analog pedals due to their unique character nuances that add to your tone’s nuances in a good way – something digital pedals cannot provide. Kind Reminder: The power supply is NOT included. Please power your pedal with a power adapter with 9V DC, center negative, and 500mA current. The improper power supply may cause pedals not to workor even damage your pedals.Clean tone: instead of having a dry clean tone, add some subtle chorus into the mix. If your pedal has a level or mix knob, keep that fairly low so it doesn’t overpower your tone. The chorus will add some slight saturation to your tone which can sound great during live performances. Versatile Effects# : With 16 different effects to choose from, Mod Square Ⅱ provides a wide range of tonal possibilities, including flanger, tremolo, phaser, and chorus effects. You can easily find the perfect sound to match any playing style or musical genre. Some guitarists love the CH-1 and feel it is superior, while others say the same about the CE-5 and say it gives a better tone. It’s all personal preference.